Top Bars and Waterfront Hangouts to Explore in Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast
Travellers heading to the northern Gold Coast cityscape can choose from a wide selection of venues along the Surfers Paradise strip, ranging from boutique rooftops to waterfront pavilions and local breweries.
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Rooftops and Scenic Views
The Island Rooftop sits atop boutique hotel The Island as the largest rooftop bar on the Gold Coast, featuring an expansive alfresco patio, DJs, and views of the Surfers Paradise CBD and Main Beach. Hyde Paradiso occupies level one of the Peppers Soul hotel, blending a Mediterranean aesthetic with views of the Surfers Paradise coastline. The White Rhino is located in the Circle on Cavill precinct as a double-storey restaurant and bar featuring a waterfall above the bar and theatrical cocktails.

Breweries and Casual Spots
BOBs Beer operates as an on-site brewery where head brewer Ryan Fullerton crafts beers paired with food menus. House Of Brews functions as an American-inspired eatery and taphouse offering 32 craft beers on tap from local and international breweries, including Black Hops, Burleigh Brewing, Balter, and Lost Palms, alongside a share menu of American BBQ food and live rock and blues music. Sandbar is situated on the corner of The Esplanade and Elkhorn Avenue opposite Lifeguard Tower 35, providing tap and craft beers, wines, and cocktails in a recently renovated venue.

Waterfront and Beach Clubs
Surfers Pavilion is located on Ferny Avenue along the Nerang River, offering locally sourced seafood, an interactive oyster and champagne station, and a mooring for boats and jetskis. Cali Beach Club provides a luxury beachside precinct with ocean and city views, four pools, a volleyball court, multiple bars, two restaurants, an outdoor cinema, and open-air showers. Stingray Lounge is situated inside the QT Hotel, offering 50 in-house tequilas and Mexican-inspired bites.

